Department of Athletics
Head Sports Performance Coach
Spring 2025
The Department of Athletics at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a Head Sports Performance Coach position with an anticipated appointment to begin Spring 2025.
California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is a minority-serving institution and an equal opportunity employer. CSUF is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum, and to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Aligning with the university’s vision and mission, the Titans Athletic department’s inclusive culture promotes equitable participation for our student-athletes as well as enhances the career objectives for coaches, administration and staff and is all geared towards improving the learning and competitive environment which enables our student-athletes to reach their full potential both in the classroom and in their respective sports. Candidates who can contribute to this environment through their work are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences in this area. Individuals advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals and those from groups whose underrepresentation has been severe, and longstanding are particularly encouraged to apply.
Position
Under the general direction of the Director of Athletics, the Head Sports Performance Coach is responsible for directing development and implementation of athletics performance enhancement programs for Division I athletic teams. The Head Coach will provide leadership and oversight of all aspects of the Sports Performance program, including the following duties:
- Develop, implement, and monitor speed, strength, and conditioning programs to enhance athletic performance for Division I athletic teams
- Coordinate with coaching staff of Division I athletic teams to design and implement safe and effective pre-season, in-season and off-season sport-specific strength training and conditioning programs
- Instruct, monitor, and educate all student-athletes regarding proper weight training techniques
- Communicate and work in partnership with athletic trainers to provide an integrated program of injury prevention, reconditioning, and performance training
- Manage the daily operation of the weight room, including scheduling, inventory, maintenance, and purchasing of new equipment
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for risk management, appropriate supervision, record keeping, evaluation, and maintenance
- Supervise sports performance staff
- Manage the sports performance annual operating budget
- Attend practices and competitions
- Work with the Director of Corporate Sponsorships to establish strategic partnerships to enhance the sports performance center
- Know and abide by NCAA, University, & Big West rules and regulations
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science or related field
- Preferred Master’s Degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science or related field
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification or Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC) certification
- Current CPR and First Aid certifications
- Three years of relevant coaching experience in the field of strength and conditioning and/or sports performance
- Demonstrated commitment to successfully work with a diverse campus community
- Ability to motivate student-athletes to perform at their optimal level
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Knowledge of and adherence to NCAA rules and regulations
Application Procedure
A complete on‐line application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit http://hr.fullerton.edu/careers/Faculty.php, choose full-time faculty, search for position #547174, and provide the following required materials:
- Cover Letter in which the applicant addresses:
- Qualifications for the position
- Desire to work at California State University, Fullerton
- Resume
- Candidate Statement on Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
- This statement provides the candidate’s unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement aims to showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students. The statement shall address one or more of the following criteria:
- The candidate has acquired knowledge of barriers for underrepresented students and faculty in higher education.
- The candidate has experience in and is committed to engaging in service with underrepresented populations in higher education.
- The candidate has experience in and is committed to teaching and/or mentoring underrepresented students in a higher education environment.
- The candidate has experience integrating underrepresented populations and communities into scholarly and creative activities.
- A list of three references with relevant contact information
- Finalists will be required to have three letters of recommendation submitted. Please have these ready for the referents to submit. On the References page of the online application, enter information and email addresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. At the appropriate time in the search process, they will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the letter. You will be able to verify that each letter has been received by CSUF by logging back into your applicant portal.
Please direct all questions about the position to: Ashley Evans at aslowery@fullerton.edu or call 657-278-3842.
Application Deadline
To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by April 15, 2025. Review of applications may continue until the position is filled.
Compensation
The Coaching Specialist 12-Month/Head Sports Performance classification salary range is $6,538 to $11,642 per month (12 monthly payments). The anticipated hiring range is $7,084- $7,667 per month.
Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work (https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/california_equal_pay_act.htm).
CSUF Benefits
An excellent comprehensive benefits package includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and access to campus child‐care; and a defined‐benefit retirement through the state system and optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/.
CSU Policies
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be formally offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‐disclose.
Notice of Non-Discrimination based on Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator (http://www.fullerton.edu/civilrights/).
In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. It requires hiring employees to perform CSU-related work within the State of California.
